Penne a la Vodka II

This penne a la vodka features canned tomatoes simmered with garlic, basil, vodka, and cream and tossed with hot pasta for a delicious Italian dinner.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 632 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pint heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound penne pasta
• 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
• 0.5 cup chopped fresh basil
• 0.25 cup vodka

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

Step 2

Stir cream into sauce and cook 10 minutes more. Toss with hot pasta.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook garlic in olive oil until tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, breaking up a bit with a fork. Stir in basil, salt, and pepper and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in vodka and cook 15 minutes more.